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At Humana, we are committed to improving health outcomes by harnessing data to inform strategy and guide decision-making. Our analytics team supporting HEDIS Stars measures and Population Health is seeking a Lead Data Scientist to advance Stars Population Health strategy and operations. This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical curiosity who thrives on exploring complex data, uncovering actionable insights, and shaping strategies that deliver measurable healthcare outcomes. The Lead Data Scientist will support Humana's Stars Population Health strategy by developing advanced analytics solutions that enhance member engagement, address gaps in care, and improve Stars performance.

This is a remote work opportunity; however, the role will align to Eastern Standard Time business hours.

The Lead Data Scientist applies mathematics, statistics, predictive modeling, business analysis, and technology to transform large volumes of complex healthcare data into actionable analytic solutions. Responsibilities include the following:

• Develop, maintain, and collect structured and unstructured data sets for analysis and reporting.
• Create reports, projections, models, and presentations to support business objectives.
• Build member-level predictive models, developing segmentation strategies, and evaluating the impact of Stars Population Health initiatives on performance.
• Deep dive into membership data to understand, model, and segment members for outreach and initiatives as well as support the efforts to increase the number of members having an Annual Preventive Visit.
• Partner closely with Stars business leaders, Population Health stakeholders, and analytics teammates to connect Population Health strategies to broader Stars measures priorities.

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Required Qualifications

• Master's Degree and 4 years of experience
• 2 or more years project leadership experience
• Experience in healthcare analytics
• Proficiency with Python, PySpark, and SQL.
• Experience working with large datasets in a cloud-based analytics environment.
• Experience using mathematics, statistics, modeling, business analysis, and technology to transform high volumes of complex data into advanced analytic solutions
• Experience developing structured and unstructured data sets for analysis
• Experience creating reports, projections, models, and presentations to support business

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing member-level predictive models or intervention targeting strategies.
• Familiarity with Agile ways of working by adapting to changing priorities.
• Experience measuring program effectiveness, defining leading indicators, and developing performance benchmarks.

Work-At-Home Requirements

To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office associate connectivity, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates must meet the following criteria:

• We recommend a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps; a wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is also recommended

• Leadership approval required for satellite, cellular and microwave connection.

• We will provide associates who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.

• Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office associates with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the requirements for their position/job.

• Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.

Interview Process

As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we use an interviewing technology called HireVue to enhance our decision-making ability. HireVue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information from you regarding your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule. If selected to move forward, you will receive outreach from HireVue (noreply@mail.modernhire.com) and an invitation to complete a text-based or self-recorded video screening.

Work at Home Requirements
To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria:

At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested. In certain roles, the minimum recommended internet speed required by Humana may not be sufficient for business needs. Humana reserves the right to require associates to upgrade their internet service if necessary.

Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.

Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

 

$142,300 - $195,700 per year

 

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

Application Deadline: 07-03-2026

About us
 

About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.

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